Spring

Let the fun begin!

Explore A Season

Top 5 Spring Activities

Walleye Weekend

The walleye season opener has kicked off with a tournament the first full weekend in May for more than 40 years. Join in on this family tournament for your chance to catch a tagged walleye and a chance to win thousands! Register at opens in a new windowokobojichamber.com.

Bridges Bay Waterpark

Bridges Bay Resort and Waterpark is the perfect place to entertain kids and enjoy a weekend family getaway. Spend all day on the slides and cruising the lazy river. End your day with a delicious flatbread pizza at the Waterfront American Grille located at the resort.

Fish Frenzy

The Spirit Lake Fish Hatchery stocks and monitors the fish population in the Iowa Great Lakes and many other lakes throughout Iowa. Stop by Monday - Friday to view the aquariums that showcase the areas fish species. Area bait shops and fishing guides are happy to get you out on the water this spring season.

Get Creative

Spring is the perfect time to explore your creative side. Sign up for an art or cooking class at the Pearson Lakes Art Center or join your family or friends at Kurio Kastle to paint pottery.

Hit the Links

With more than 82 unique holes, golfing opportunities are abundant in the Iowa Great Lakes. You can golf a different, well-manicured course every day! With such great courses, we look forward to an early spring every year!

Insider Tip

May weekends are a great time to explore all Okoboji has to offer. Great dining and shopping experiences abound with summer favorites reopening and stores filled to the brim with new summer merchandise.